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If you need a state service but don't know which state agency or person to call for help, dial 1.800.georgia (1.800.436.7442) for immediate assistance. In the Atlanta area, the number is 678.georgia (678.436.7442). Agents are on duty Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm (closed on state holidays).
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Welcome to the Georgia Department of Human Services - DHS
DHS is the new structure of the former Georgia Department of Human Resources. Our mission is to provide Georgia with customer-focused human services that promote child and adult protection, child welfare, stronger families and self-sufficiency. DHS includes the following divisions/offices:
Aging Services, Division of
Child Support Services, Divison of
Family and Children Services, Division of
Residential Child Care, Office of
DHS FY12A & FY13 Joint Appropriations Committee Presentation, January 19, 2012.
Apply Online for Foodstamps
COMPASS is a new way to access services offered by the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) without having to leave the comfort of your home. The website www.compass.ga.gov serves as a single point of entry for a wide range of programs.
View Your New Food Stamp Distribution Date
Guide to Services
If you have been laid off and are in need of assistance with food, health care or other types of social services, see this guide.
News Releases
DHS' Child Support Services Kicks Off Annual Bearable Hugs Campaign - 01/25/12
January 25, 2012 - ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS), Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) is collecting teddy bears and other stuffed animals for children as part of their annual Bearable Hugs for Georgia’s Children campaign. The toys will be given to children receiving care at pediatric facilities, women’s shelters, law enforcement agencies and other children’s organizations throughout Georgia.
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